The Adaptive Advantage Associated with the Filamentous Nature of Fungal

question 22

Multiple Choice

The adaptive advantage associated with the filamentous nature of fungal mycelia is primarily related to

• A) the ability to form haustoria and parasitize other organisms.
• B) avoiding sexual reproduction until the environment changes.
• C) the potential to inhabit almost all terrestrial habitats.
• D) the increased probability of contact between different mating types.
• E) an extensive surface area well suited for invasive growth and absorptive nutrition.

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